1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1968 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lamborghini Miura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lamborghini Miura would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. (204 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1968 Lamborghini Miura.
Because 1968 Lamborghini Miura is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Lamborghini Miura. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (542 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lamborghini Miura. (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lamborghini Miura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 1968 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
| Model | Eldorado | Miura |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 77 L |
