2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
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 XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 309 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK. 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, 2007 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | STS | XK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
