1960 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS is newer by 40 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, 2000 Lexus GS (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 635 kg more than 2000 Lexus GS.
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 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus GS. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1960 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Cadillac Biarritz | 2000 Lexus GS | |
Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
Model | Biarritz | GS |
Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 3001 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |