1955 Cadillac 62 vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,424 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Cadillac 62 (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2010 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 386 kg more than 2010 Jaguar XJ. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Cadillac 62 | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | 62 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5424 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 3040 mm |
