1961 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Jaguar XF. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2011 Jaguar XF.
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, 1961 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jaguar XF. (450 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac DeVille | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | DeVille | XF |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
