1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 1951 Jaguar Type-C
To start off, 1962 Cadillac 62 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar Type-C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar Type-C would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar Type-C (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar Type-C should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1951 Jaguar Type-C.
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, 1962 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar Type-C. (330 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar Type-C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 1951 Jaguar Type-C | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | 62 | Type-C |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2450 mm |
