1960 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2005 GMC Envoy

To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy 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 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Biarritz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 GMC Envoy.

Because 2005 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Envoy.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Cadillac Biarritz 2005 GMC Envoy
Make Cadillac GMC
Model Biarritz Envoy
Year Released 1960 2005
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6389 cc 4160 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 590 Nm 373 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98.4 mm 102 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2295 kg 2010 kg
Vehicle Length 5730 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 83 L


 

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