1964 Jaguar MK 10 vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK 10 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar MK 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2005 Cadillac CTS. 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, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar MK 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar MK 10 | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
| Model | MK 10 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1883 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
