1961 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 820 kg more than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. 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 ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jaguar MK IX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK IX | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
| Model | MK IX | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3779 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
