1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 1958 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Seville is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 84 kg more than 1958 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Jaguar XK 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 1958 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Cadillac Seville (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Cadillac Seville | 1958 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | Seville | XK |
Year Released | 1993 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 106 mm |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |