1958 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 854 kg more than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. 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, 2011 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Jaguar MK VIII | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
Model | MK VIII | Escalade |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5639 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1892 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 117 L |