1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Cadillac Catera would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 155 kg more than 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
| Model | Catera | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4345 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1184 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
