1959 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 47 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, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Biarritz. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 615 kg more than 2006 BMW 525.
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 Cadillac Biarritz | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Biarritz | 525 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
