2008 Cadillac STS vs. 1972 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Jaguar XJ. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1972 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 58 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jaguar XJ. (408 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 1972 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | STS | XJ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
