1960 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1950 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1960 Cadillac Biarritz is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 GAZ M-20 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 159 more horse power than 1950 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1950 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 835 kg more than 1950 GAZ M-20. 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, 1960 Cadillac Biarritz (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 GAZ M-20. (126 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1960 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 GAZ M-20. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz has automatic transmission and 1950 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1950 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Biarritz | 1950 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Cadillac | GAZ |
| Model | Biarritz | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1950 |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
