1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (391 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2004 Jaguar S-Type.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (541 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | 62 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
