2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1982 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1982 Lamborghini LM. (327 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1982 Lamborghini LM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 965 kg more than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini LM. (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini LM. 2008 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1982 Lamborghini LM has manual transmission. 1982 Lamborghini LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Cadillac Escalade | 1982 Lamborghini LM | |
Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
Model | Escalade | LM |
Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 4754 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3010 mm |