2005 Cadillac STS vs. 1964 Jaguar MK 10
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK 10 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar MK 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac STS. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2005 Cadillac STS. 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, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac STS. (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar MK 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac STS | 1964 Jaguar MK 10 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | STS | MK 10 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |
