1960 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 1960 Cadillac Biarritz (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 590 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 1960 Cadillac Biarritz (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1960 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Cadillac Biarritz | 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | Biarritz | Equinox |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 71 L |