2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 1963 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 2 kg more than 2002 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, 1963 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac CTS. (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1963 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac CTS | 1963 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | CTS | Type S |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
