1960 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1973 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1973 Triumph GT6 is newer by 13 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 106 more horse power than 1973 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 1375 kg more than 1973 Triumph GT6. 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 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Biarritz | 1973 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
| Model | Biarritz | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
