2008 Cadillac STS vs. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. (261 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac STS weights approximately 512 kg more than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. (275 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. 2008 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1979 Lamborghini Urraco has manual transmission. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Cadillac STS | 1979 Lamborghini Urraco | |
Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
Model | STS | Urraco |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 64.5 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |