1961 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1950 Rover P4
To start off, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Rover P4 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Biarritz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1950 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1950 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 790 kg more than 1950 Rover P4. 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, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz (582 Nm) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Rover P4. (150 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Biarritz | 1950 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rover |
| Model | Biarritz | P4 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 65.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 52 L |
