1961 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Biarritz 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 93 more horse power than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 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 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Biarritz | 1967 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
Make | Cadillac | Morgan |
Model | Biarritz | Plus 4 Plus |
Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 174 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2450 mm |