1961 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1970 Fiat Dino

To start off, 1970 Fiat Dino is newer by 9 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 20 more horse power than 1970 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 780 kg more than 1970 Fiat Dino. 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 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat Dino.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Cadillac Biarritz 1970 Fiat Dino
Make Cadillac Fiat
Model Biarritz Dino
Year Released 1961 1970
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6390 cc 2416 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 582 Nm 220 Nm
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 92.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98.4 mm 60 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2180 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2560 mm


 

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