1999 Cadillac Seville vs. 1987 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Seville is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1999 Cadillac Seville. (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1999 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 954 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Seville. (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Seville. 1999 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1987 Lamborghini LM has manual transmission. 1987 Lamborghini LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Seville | 1987 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
| Model | Seville | LM |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 2706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 169 L |
