1946 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 67 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (124 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 43 kg more than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. 2013 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1946 Jaguar Mark IV has manual transmission. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Jaguar Mark IV | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
| Model | Mark IV | CTS |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1842 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2880 mm |
