1960 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz
To start off, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. Both 1960 Cadillac DeVille and 1961 Cadillac Biarritz are equipped with a 6,390 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac DeVille (198 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 75 kg more than 1960 Cadillac DeVille.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac DeVille | 1961 Cadillac Biarritz | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | DeVille | Biarritz |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
