1957 Cadillac 62 vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 45 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 5,424 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Cadillac 62 (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 294 kg more than 2002 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:
| 1957 Cadillac 62 | 2002 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | 62 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5424 cc | 3248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 2880 mm |
