1967 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1996 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1967 Cadillac Brougham. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 492 kg more than 1996 Jaguar XK8.
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:
| 1967 Cadillac Brougham | 1996 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Brougham | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |
