1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1989 Lexus LS
To start off, 1989 Lexus LS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 252 kg more than 1989 Lexus LS.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lexus LS. (350 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1989 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | 62 | LS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
