2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1950 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1950 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1950 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 499 kg more than 1950 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac CTS | 1950 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | CTS | XK |
Year Released | 2008 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 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 | 249 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |