1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 51 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, 2012 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 598 kg more than 2012 Lexus IS.
Because 2012 Lexus IS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS 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 Sixty (582 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (251 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Sixty | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
| Model | Sixty | IS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2731 mm |
