1960 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1960 Cadillac Biarritz is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Biarritz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac Biarritz (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz.
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, 1960 Cadillac Biarritz (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1960 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Biarritz | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Biarritz | 500 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 5399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 111 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 120 L |
