1960 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 49 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 565 kg more than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Because 2009 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1960 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Biarritz | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Biarritz | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |
