1987 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1977 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 320 kg more than 1977 Lamborghini Countach.
Because 1977 Lamborghini Countach is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Lamborghini Countach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Lamborghini Countach (361 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado. (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Cadillac Eldorado.
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1987 Cadillac Eldorado | 1977 Lamborghini Countach | |
Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
Model | Eldorado | Countach |
Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4080 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 62 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |