1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2000 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2000 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 41 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, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 646 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2000 Lotec C 1000.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotec C 1000 has manual transmission. 2000 Lotec C 1000 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 | 2000 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotec |
| Model | 62 | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
