1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1968 Jaguar 240 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar 240. (131 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 855 kg more than 1968 Jaguar 240. 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, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar 240. (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar 240.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | Eldorado | 240 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 54 L |