1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1983 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1983 Lotus Esprit is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1983 Lotus Esprit. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1983 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1098 kg more than 1983 Lotus Esprit. 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 Sixty (582 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lotus Esprit. (222 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Sixty | 1983 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
Model | Sixty | Esprit |
Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 222 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2490 mm |