1961 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1972 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1972 Triumph GT6 is newer by 11 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 1972 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1972 Triumph GT6. 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 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Biarritz | 1972 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Triumph |
| Model | Biarritz | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
