1961 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 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) has 153 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1957 Peugeot 203. 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 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Biarritz | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | Biarritz | 203 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1287 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 |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
