2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1957 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar MK VIII 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 51 more horse power than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1957 Jaguar MK VIII.
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, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII (283 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (253 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1957 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1957 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | CTS | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 259 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
