1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2000 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2000 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 41 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, 2000 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 825 kg more than 2000 Jensen SV-8.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 2000 Jensen SV-8 has manual transmission. 2000 Jensen SV-8 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 | 2000 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jensen |
| Model | 62 | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
