1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo (500 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 880 kg more than 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo (500 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. (487 Nm). This means 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 2004 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
| Model | Eldorado | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 4959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2560 mm |
