1960 Cadillac 62 vs. 1965 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1965 Jaguar Type S is newer by 5 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, 1965 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1965 Jaguar Type S.
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 | 1965 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | 62 | Type S |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 90 L |
