1960 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 43 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 235 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Biarritz | 2003 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Biarritz | S |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| 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 | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3090 mm |
