1954 Cadillac 62 vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Cadillac 62 (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2000 Lexus GS. (216 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2000 Lexus GS. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Cadillac 62 | 2000 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | 62 | GS |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 2810 mm |
