1965 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,027 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (309 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1965 Cadillac DeVille. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1965 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 230 kg more than 1993 Jaguar XJS.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Cadillac DeVille | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | DeVille | XJS |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7027 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 86 L |
