1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 46 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2005 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2005 Lotus Exige 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 | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | 62 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 40 L |
