1959 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (548 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (251 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 521 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS-V (747 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar XK | 2013 Cadillac CTS-V | |
Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
Model | XK | CTS-V |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
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 | 251 HP | 548 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 747 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1994 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1884 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2880 mm |