1973 Jaguar XJ vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1973 Jaguar XJ. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1973 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 118 kg more than 1973 Jaguar XJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 Jaguar XJ (409 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1973 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Jaguar XJ | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
Model | XJ | CTS |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5344 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 409 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |