1960 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (481 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (624 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche 911 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 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Biarritz | 911 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 481 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |
