1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR-11
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 is newer by 31 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 544 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 has manual transmission. 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | 62 | XJR-11 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 741 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
