1979 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1988 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1988 Lamborghini LM is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 470 kg more than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM 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, 1988 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado. (298 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Cadillac Eldorado | 1988 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
| Model | Eldorado | LM |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3010 mm |
