1957 Cadillac 62 vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 53 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1957 Cadillac 62. (267 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1957 Cadillac 62.
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 | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | 62 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5424 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3290 mm | 3040 mm |
