2006 Cadillac STS vs. 1985 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 2006 Cadillac STS 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 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini Countach (448 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac STS. (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 288 kg more than 1985 Lamborghini Countach.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1985 Lamborghini Countach (500 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac STS. 2006 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1985 Lamborghini Countach has manual transmission. 1985 Lamborghini Countach will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Cadillac STS | 1985 Lamborghini Countach | |
Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
Model | STS | Countach |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 5167 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 448 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 298 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 110 L |