1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1964 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1964 Jaguar Type S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 499 kg more than 1964 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1964 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | 62 | Type S |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 63 L |
