1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1999 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 1999 Lotus GT 1 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 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus GT 1. (390 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus GT 1.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac 62 | 1999 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
Model | 62 | GT 1 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3504 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 390 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2690 mm |