1960 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1996 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 36 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, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 642 kg more than 1996 Jaguar XK8.
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 @ 3400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jaguar XK8. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1960 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Cadillac Biarritz | 1996 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
Model | Biarritz | XK8 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1653 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |