1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2008 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XF is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XF (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 426 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XF.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XF. (293 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2008 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Calais | XF |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 69 L |
