1942 Cadillac 60 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 70 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Cadillac 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Cadillac 60 would be higher. At 5,671 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Cadillac 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1942 Cadillac 60. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1942 Cadillac 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Cadillac 60 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2012 Jaguar XJ.
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. 2012 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1942 Cadillac 60 has manual transmission. 1942 Cadillac 60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Cadillac 60 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | 60 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5671 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3157 mm |
