1959 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 1959 Cadillac Brougham is newer by 11 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 6,380 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Brougham (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 505 kg more than 1948 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Brougham | 1948 Jaguar Mark IV | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Brougham | Mark IV |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6380 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3060 mm |
