1960 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2012 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Tucson 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 40 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 845 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Hyundai Tucson, 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 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Tucson. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Biarritz | 2012 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | Biarritz | Tucson |
| 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 | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| 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 | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 58 L |
