1961 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1969 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 1969 Dodge Challenger is newer by 8 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 614 kg more than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Challenger. (422 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Biarritz | 1969 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Biarritz | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
