1960 Austin A 99 vs. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz
To start off, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 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 91 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 650 kg more than 1960 Austin A 99. 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 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 1961 Cadillac Biarritz | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 99 | Biarritz |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
