1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 51 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 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 142 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.
Because 2010 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus LS. (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | 62 | LS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 84 L |
