1960 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Biarritz would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Biarritz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 802 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
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, 1960 Cadillac Biarritz (590 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJR. (377 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Biarritz | 1990 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Biarritz | XJR |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2880 mm |
