1963 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1955 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1963 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1955 Jaguar XK. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1955 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 598 kg more than 1955 Jaguar XK. 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, 1963 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Jaguar XK. (285 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac DeVille | 1955 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | DeVille | XK |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 63 L |
