1958 BMW 600 vs. 1959 Cadillac Biarritz
To start off, 1959 Cadillac Biarritz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 600 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 190 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 1745 kg more than 1958 BMW 600. 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.
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1958 BMW 600 | 1959 Cadillac Biarritz | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 600 | Biarritz |
Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 6382 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 3310 mm |