1961 Jaguar MK X vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar MK X. (261 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1961 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 132 kg more than 2012 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, 1961 Jaguar MK X (390 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK X | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
| Model | MK X | CTS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
