1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2009 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 47 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, 2009 Jaguar XJ (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62.
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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (310 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2009 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | 62 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
