1962 Cadillac 62 vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 51 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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac 62. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac 62. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE.
Because 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will offer significantly more control. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE. (450 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac 62 | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | 62 | F-TYPE |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2909 mm |
