1969 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1975 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1975 Jaguar XJS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Brougham. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 410 kg more than 1975 Jaguar XJS.
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:
| 1969 Cadillac Brougham | 1975 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Brougham | XJS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 86 L |
