1960 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2005 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 45 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 8,284 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 749 kg more than 2005 Dodge Viper.
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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Biarritz | 2005 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Biarritz | Viper |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 8284 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 712 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
