1962 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1962 Cadillac Biarritz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Biarritz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 750 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
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, 1962 Cadillac Biarritz (582 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (325 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Biarritz | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Biarritz | XK |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2600 mm |
