1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR is newer by 33 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR (333 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 301 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1992 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | 62 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 89 L |
