1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 47 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 51 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XK8. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 561 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XK8. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XK8. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | Eldorado | XK8 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 75 L |