1960 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2004 Honda Accord

To start off, 2004 Honda Accord 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 49 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (161 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 913 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1960 Cadillac Biarritz is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Cadillac Biarritz 2004 Honda Accord
Make Cadillac Honda
Model Biarritz Accord
Year Released 1960 2004
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6389 cc 2360 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 590 Nm 218 Nm
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98.4 mm 99 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2295 kg 1382 kg
Vehicle Length 5730 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 65 L


 

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