1961 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1978 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1978 Opel Rekord is newer by 17 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 133 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 885 kg more than 1978 Opel Rekord. 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 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (126 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Biarritz | 1978 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Cadillac | Opel |
| Model | Biarritz | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
