1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 1960 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Seville is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 298 kg more than 1960 Jaguar MK II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Jaguar MK II 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 1960 Jaguar MK II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Cadillac Seville | 1960 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Seville | MK II |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
