1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2007 Lexus RX
To start off, 2007 Lexus RX is newer by 48 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, 2007 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2007 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2007 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | 62 | RX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 75 L |
