2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini Countach (448 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1221 kg more than 1985 Lamborghini Countach.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lamborghini Countach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lamborghini Countach. (500 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
| Model | Escalade | Countach |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 448 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2691 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 110 L |
