1958 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1967 Mercury Park Lane
To start off, 1967 Mercury Park Lane is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac Biarritz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac Biarritz would be higher. At 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac Biarritz. (190 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Park Lane should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 940 kg more than 1967 Mercury Park Lane.
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:
| 1958 Cadillac Biarritz | 1967 Mercury Park Lane | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | Biarritz | Park Lane |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 6722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5680 mm | 5560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3130 mm |
