1959 AC Aceca vs. 1959 Cadillac Biarritz
To start off, both 1959 AC Aceca and 1959 Cadillac Biarritz were released in the same year (1959). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 87 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 1401 kg more than 1959 AC Aceca. 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:
1959 AC Aceca | 1959 Cadillac Biarritz | |
Make | AC | Cadillac |
Model | Aceca | Biarritz |
Year Released | 1959 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6382 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |