1960 Cadillac 62 vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1258 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
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 | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
Model | 62 | Exige |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6390 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 | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 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 | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 44 L |