1941 Cadillac 62 vs. 2000 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2000 Lotus Exige is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,676 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1941 Cadillac 62. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1941 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1004 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige.
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 62 | 2000 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | 62 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5676 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2310 mm |
