1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 61 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, 2012 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 8 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, 1951 Cadillac 62 (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Cadillac 62 | 2012 Lexus IS | |
Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
Model | 62 | IS |
Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5422 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2731 mm |