1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2005 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 46 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, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2005 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | 62 | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 75 L |
