1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1996 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 580 kg more than 1996 Jaguar XK.
Because 1996 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Jaguar XK (535 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. (522 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 1996 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jaguar |
| Model | Eldorado | XK |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 75 L |
