1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 48 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2007 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | 62 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
