1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 1986 Lamborghini LM002
To start off, 1986 Lamborghini LM002 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lamborghini LM002 (420 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini LM002 should accelerate faster than 1978 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lamborghini LM002 weights approximately 802 kg more than 1978 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lamborghini LM002 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lamborghini LM002 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, 1986 Lamborghini LM002 (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Cadillac Seville. (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1986 Lamborghini LM002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Cadillac Seville. 1978 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1986 Lamborghini LM002 has manual transmission. 1986 Lamborghini LM002 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1978 Cadillac Seville | 1986 Lamborghini LM002 | |
Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
Model | Seville | LM002 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5167 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 169 L |