2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJR. (318 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 234 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, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac STS. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac STS | 1989 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | STS | XJR |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 476 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 91 L |