1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1980 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1980 Lotus Esprit is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Esprit (208 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 919 kg more than 1980 Lotus Esprit.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1980 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1980 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1980 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | 62 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 67 L |
