1961 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 45 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 605 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (354 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Biarritz | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Biarritz | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3491 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
