1986 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (561 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Eldorado | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
| Model | Eldorado | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 561 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
