1960 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 53 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 585 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage.
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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1960 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Aston Martin Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Cadillac Biarritz | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Cadillac | Aston Martin |
Model | Biarritz | Vantage |
Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6389 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |