1966 Jaguar MK II vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1966 Jaguar MK II. 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 Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar MK II | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
| Model | MK II | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
