1960 Cadillac 62 vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1960 Cadillac 62 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (74 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1780 kg more than 1959 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac 62 | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | 62 | Seven |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2240 mm |
