1960 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera 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 TVR Cerbera (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 1155 kg more than 2005 TVR Cerbera.
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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 TVR Cerbera. (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 TVR Cerbera. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz has automatic transmission and 2005 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 2005 TVR Cerbera 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 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Cadillac | TVR |
| Model | Biarritz | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 4472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
