1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1990 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1990 Lamborghini LM 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 LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 575 kg more than 1959 Cadillac 62. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1990 Lamborghini LM has manual transmission. 1990 Lamborghini LM 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 LM | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lamborghini |
| Model | 62 | LM |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 449 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 2700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 169 L |
