1960 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 460 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Biarritz | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Biarritz | E |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
