1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1999 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XK is newer by 40 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, 1999 Jaguar XK (450 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1999 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1999 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | 62 | XK |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 75 L |
