1996 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Jaguar XK8. (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1996 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 104 kg more than 1996 Jaguar XK8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Jaguar XK8 | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Jaguar | Cadillac |
Model | XK8 | CTS |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |