1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2006 Lexus LS
To start off, 2006 Lexus LS is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LS (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus LS weights approximately 13 kg more than 1951 Cadillac 62. 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, both vehicles can yield 423 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Cadillac 62 | 2006 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | 62 | LS |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5422 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2930 mm |
