1988 Cadillac Seville vs. 2007 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (399 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1988 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 96 kg more than 1988 Cadillac Seville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jaguar XJR 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 2007 Jaguar XJR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Cadillac Seville, 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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Cadillac Seville. (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Cadillac Seville | 2007 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | Seville | XJR |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4473 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 553 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3170 mm |