1960 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz.
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 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Ram. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Ram. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz has automatic transmission and 2011 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2011 Dodge Ram 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 | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Biarritz | Ram |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |
