1972 Jaguar XJ vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1972 Jaguar XJ. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1972 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 755 kg more than 1972 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jaguar XJ. (408 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jaguar XJ | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
| Model | XJ | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
