1959 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 54 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Biarritz. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 650 kg more than 2013 Ford Mustang.
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 | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Biarritz | Mustang |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6382 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |