1957 Cadillac 62 vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJR is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1957 Cadillac 62. (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1957 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1989 Jaguar XJR.
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:
| 1957 Cadillac 62 | 1989 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | 62 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5424 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 2600 mm |
