1960 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 49 kg more than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
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, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Jaguar MK IX | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
Model | MK IX | CTS |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |