1960 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV 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 Nissan NV (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 413 kg more than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1960 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Cadillac Biarritz | 2012 Nissan NV | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Biarritz | NV |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 6111 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2156 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3711 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 106 L |