1959 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Biarritz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Biarritz would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Biarritz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Biarritz. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4.
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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1959 Cadillac Biarritz | 1974 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Biarritz | 365 GT4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |