1974 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (198 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 427 kg more than 2010 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2010 Jaguar XJ 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 2010 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. (514 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Eldorado | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Eldorado | XJ |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 82 L |
