1961 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1952 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Simca Aronde 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 153 more horse power than 1952 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1952 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1952 Simca Aronde. 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 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Simca Aronde. (88 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Biarritz | 1952 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Cadillac | Simca |
| Model | Biarritz | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 39 L |
