1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1999 Lexus GS
To start off, 1999 Lexus GS is newer by 38 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 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus GS (225 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1999 Lexus GS.
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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus GS. (296 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1999 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | 62 | GS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 75 L |
