2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II

To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 263 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK II.

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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (334 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (233 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Cadillac CTS 1959 Jaguar MK II
Make Cadillac Jaguar
Model CTS MK II
Year Released 2008 1959
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2597 cc 3781 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 179 HP 189 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 233 Nm 334 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.2 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.6 mm 106 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1788 kg 1525 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 5000 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2900 mm


 

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