1978 Lancia Megagamma vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Megagamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Megagamma would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 872 kg more than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac XTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Megagamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Megagamma | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Lancia | Cadillac |
| Model | Megagamma | XTS |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2484 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |
