1977 Cadillac Seville vs. 1962 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1977 Cadillac Seville is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1977 Cadillac Seville. (178 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1977 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 4 kg more than 1962 Jaguar MK X.
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, 1977 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Cadillac Seville | 1962 Jaguar MK X | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | Seville | MK X |
Year Released | 1977 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 90 L |