1956 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 23 kg more than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII.
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, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1956 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Jaguar MK VIII | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
Model | MK VIII | CTS |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 68 L |