1960 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 424 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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Biarritz | 2013 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Biarritz | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5612 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1987 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1566 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
