2002 Cadillac Le Mans vs. 1981 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans (600 HP) has 301 more horse power than 1981 Jaguar XJS. (299 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Le Mans should accelerate faster than 1981 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Le Mans weights approximately 88 kg more than 1981 Jaguar XJS. 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, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans. (400 Nm). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Le Mans.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Le Mans | 1981 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Le Mans | XJS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 299 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1707 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
