1961 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1975 Ford Torino
To start off, 1975 Ford Torino is newer by 14 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 102 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 530 kg more than 1975 Ford Torino. 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 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Biarritz | 1975 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Biarritz | Torino |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 87 L |
