2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (259 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK.
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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (253 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | CTS | XK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 259 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
