1960 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 52 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, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 205 kg more than 2012 BMW 650.
Because 2012 BMW 650 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Cadillac Biarritz | 2012 BMW 650 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Biarritz | 650 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |