1941 Cadillac 62 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 66 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,676 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1941 Cadillac 62. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1941 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ6.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Cadillac 62 | 2007 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | 62 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5676 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3040 mm |
