1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 43 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Calais. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 270 kg more than 2011 Jaguar XJ.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jaguar XJ. (515 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Calais | XJ |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3033 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 82 L |
