1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 48 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, 2009 Lexus LS (358 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 330 kg more than 2009 Lexus LS.
Because 2009 Lexus LS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS will offer significantly more control. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus LS. (466 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2009 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | 62 | LS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 466 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 84 L |
