1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 318 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 22 kg more than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
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, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac CTS. (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
| Model | XJR | CTS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 68 L |
