1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 562 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (377 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 1990 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | 62 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2880 mm |
