1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1959 Cadillac Biarritz
To start off, 1959 Cadillac Biarritz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Biarritz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Biarritz (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 40 | 1959 Cadillac Biarritz | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 40 | Biarritz |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 6382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
