1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1988 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1988 Lotus Esprit is newer by 29 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, 1988 Lotus Esprit (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 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 937 kg more than 1988 Lotus Esprit.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1988 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 1988 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 | 1988 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | 62 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 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 | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 31 L |
