2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1958 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar MK IX. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 170 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Cadillac STS (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar MK IX. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar MK IX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 1958 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | STS | MK IX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2900 mm |
