1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2005 Lexus IS
To start off, 2005 Lexus IS is newer by 44 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 44 more horse power than 2005 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 659 kg more than 2005 Lexus IS. 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 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus IS. (195 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Sixty | 2005 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | Sixty | IS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2680 mm |
