1960 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 14 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 162 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Cadillac Biarritz (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Biarritz | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Biarritz | Passat |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
