1960 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 48 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 69 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 770 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Biarritz | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Biarritz | C |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
