1970 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 594 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar MK II is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Jaguar MK II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Cadillac Eldorado (710 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Cadillac Eldorado | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Eldorado | MK II |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 54 L |
