1961 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1961 Lotus Seven
To start off, both 1961 Cadillac Biarritz and 1961 Lotus Seven 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1961 Lotus Seven. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1961 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 1736 kg more than 1961 Lotus Seven. 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.
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1961 Cadillac Biarritz | 1961 Lotus Seven | |
Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
Model | Biarritz | Seven |
Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 444 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 29 L |