1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2012 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA is newer by 53 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, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2012 Lexus LFA.
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1959 Cadillac 62 | 2012 Lexus LFA | |
Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
Model | 62 | LFA |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2606 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 73 L |