1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 1981 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1981 Lotus Esprit is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 988 kg more than 1981 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, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lotus Esprit. (221 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 1981 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | 62 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
| 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 | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 221 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 31 L |
