1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1986 Lotus Excel
To start off, 1986 Lotus Excel is newer by 27 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Lotus Excel. (180 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lotus Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1023 kg more than 1986 Lotus Excel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1986 Lotus Excel | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | 62 | Excel |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 31 L |
