1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1990 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 31 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, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1990 Lamborghini Diablo.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1990 Lamborghini Diablo has manual transmission. 1990 Lamborghini Diablo 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 | 1990 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
| Model | 62 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5706 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 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 | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 100 L |
