1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2012 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora 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 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 743 kg more than 2012 Lotus Evora.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2012 Lotus Evora has manual transmission. 2012 Lotus Evora 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 | 2012 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | 62 | Evora |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 59 L |
