1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 45 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (255 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 371 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ8.
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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XJ8. (335 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2007 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | 62 | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
