1960 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 51 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 379 kg more than 2011 Cadillac SRX.
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, 2011 Cadillac SRX, 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 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac SRX. (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1960 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Biarritz | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Biarritz | SRX |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |
