1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,959 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (523 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1998 Cadillac Seville. (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1998 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 418 kg more than 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Seville. (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Seville. 1998 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo has manual transmission. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Seville | 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
| Model | Seville | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
