1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 52 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, 2011 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1199 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2011 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2011 Lotus Elise 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 | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | 62 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 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 Weight | 2125 kg | 926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 44 L |
