1955 Cadillac 62 vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,424 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1955 Cadillac 62. (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1955 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2012 Lexus GS.
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:
| 1955 Cadillac 62 | 2012 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | 62 | GS |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5424 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 2850 mm |
