1957 Cadillac 62 vs. 2003 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XJ is newer by 46 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, 2003 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1957 Cadillac 62. (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1957 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 389 kg more than 2003 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Cadillac 62 | 2003 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | 62 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5424 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 3040 mm |
