2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1978 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP) has 85 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Seville. (290 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Seville.
Because 1978 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 1978 Lamborghini Countach. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville, 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. (387 Nm). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lamborghini Countach. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1978 Lamborghini Countach has manual transmission. 1978 Lamborghini Countach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Seville | 1978 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
| Model | Seville | Countach |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 375 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 62 mm |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 284 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
