2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1961 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar MK X. (261 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1961 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 350 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, 1961 Jaguar MK X (390 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac STS. (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 1961 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | STS | MK X |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
