1961 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo
To start off, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 21 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, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo (202 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo.
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 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo. (258 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Biarritz | 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | Biarritz | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |
