1964 Jaguar E-Type vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar E-Type. (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar E-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 745 kg more than 1964 Jaguar E-Type. 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar E-Type. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar E-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar E-Type | 2010 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
| Model | E-Type | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
