2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1988 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 22 kg more than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac Escalade. 2005 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1988 Lamborghini LM has manual transmission. 1988 Lamborghini LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1988 Lamborghini LM | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
| Model | Escalade | LM |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 5166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 169 L |
