1955 Jaguar MK VII vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar MK VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar MK VII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jaguar MK VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Jaguar MK VII (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jaguar MK VII should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jaguar MK VII weights approximately 39 kg more than 2005 Cadillac CTS. 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, 1955 Jaguar MK VII (275 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1955 Jaguar MK VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS. 2005 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 1955 Jaguar MK VII has manual transmission. 1955 Jaguar MK VII will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Jaguar MK VII | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
| Model | MK VII | CTS |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 64 L |
