1960 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1971 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1971 Fiat Dino is newer by 11 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1971 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 895 kg more than 1971 Fiat Dino. 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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1960 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Biarritz | 1971 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | Biarritz | Dino |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2560 mm |
