1960 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2007 Kia Carens

To start off, 2007 Kia Carens is newer by 47 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 67 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carens. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 776 kg more than 2007 Kia Carens. 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, 2007 Kia Carens, 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 @ 3400 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carens. (189 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1960 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carens.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Cadillac Biarritz 2007 Kia Carens
Make Cadillac Kia
Model Biarritz Carens
Year Released 1960 2007
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6389 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 590 Nm 189 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98.4 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2295 kg 1519 kg
Vehicle Length 5730 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 55 L