1960 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 44 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 31 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 675 kg more than 2004 Cadillac CTS. 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1960 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Cadillac Biarritz | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | Biarritz | CTS |
Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 79.6 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 | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |