1960 Cadillac 62 vs. 1964 Jaguar MK 10
To start off, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 317 kg more than 1964 Jaguar MK 10.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac 62 | 1964 Jaguar MK 10 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | 62 | MK 10 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 90 L |
