1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1967 Jaguar 240 is newer by 8 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 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar 240. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 698 kg more than 1967 Jaguar 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar 240. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac 62 | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | 62 | 240 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6381 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 54 L |