1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz
To start off, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Biarritz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 1645 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz (582 Nm) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 1961 Cadillac Biarritz | |
| Make | Abarth | Cadillac |
| Model | 750 | Biarritz |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 75 L |
