1961 Jaguar MK X vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 52 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 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 320 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
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 ATS (373 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK X | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
| Model | MK X | ATS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
