1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1951 Cadillac 62. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1951 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 93 kg more than 1951 Cadillac 62. 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Cadillac 62. (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Cadillac 62.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Cadillac 62 | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | 62 | XKR |
Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5422 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 541 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 9.1:1 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2590 mm |