1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1966 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1968 Cadillac Calais is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 485 kg more than 1966 Jaguar Type S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 1966 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Calais | Type S |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 63 L |
