2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII.
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, 2007 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac STS | 1959 Jaguar MK VIII | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | STS | MK VIII |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 77 L |