1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1958 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1968 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 609 kg more than 1958 Jaguar XK. 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, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac DeVille | 1958 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | DeVille | XK |
Year Released | 1968 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |