1948 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 42 kg more than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. 2012 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1948 Jaguar Mark IV has manual transmission. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar Mark IV | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
| Model | Mark IV | CTS |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| 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 | 123 HP | 270 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 | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1842 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2880 mm |
