1961 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1961 Lancia Flaminia

To start off, both 1961 Cadillac Biarritz and 1961 Lancia Flaminia were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 97 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 742 kg more than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Flaminia.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Cadillac Biarritz 1961 Lancia Flaminia
Make Cadillac Lancia
Model Biarritz Flaminia
Year Released 1961 1961
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6390 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 100 HP
Torque 582 Nm 187 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2180 kg 1438 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 37 L


 

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