1960 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1970 NSU 1200
To start off, 1970 NSU 1200 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Biarritz 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) has 125 more horse power than 1970 NSU 1200. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1970 NSU 1200.
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 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU 1200. (81 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU 1200. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz has automatic transmission and 1970 NSU 1200 has manual transmission. 1970 NSU 1200 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 | 1970 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | Cadillac | NSU |
| Model | Biarritz | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2240 mm |
