1941 Cadillac 60 vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 68 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Cadillac 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Cadillac 60 would be higher. At 5,672 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Cadillac 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (219 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1941 Cadillac 60. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1941 Cadillac 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Cadillac 60 weights approximately 943 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Cadillac 60 | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | 60 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5672 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2310 mm |
