2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1964 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Cadillac STS.
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 (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 1964 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | STS | Type S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
