1961 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2005 TVR Cerbera

To start off, 2005 TVR Cerbera is newer by 44 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, 2005 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 1150 kg more than 2005 TVR Cerbera.

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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 TVR Cerbera. (458 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 TVR Cerbera.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Cadillac Biarritz 2005 TVR Cerbera
Make Cadillac TVR
Model Biarritz Cerbera
Year Released 1961 2005
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6390 cc 3996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 582 Nm 458 Nm
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98.4 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2180 kg 1030 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 2050 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 65 L


 

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