1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2000 Lotus M250
To start off, 2000 Lotus M250 is newer by 39 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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Lotus M250. (176 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus M250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1440 kg more than 2000 Lotus M250. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus M250. (180 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus M250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2000 Lotus M250 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | 62 | M250 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 72 L |
