1960 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1954 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1960 Cadillac Biarritz is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Volkswagen Beetle 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 172 more horse power than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 1555 kg more than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. 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) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Cadillac Biarritz | 1954 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Biarritz | Beetle |
Year Released | 1960 | 1954 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 89 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |