1961 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 46 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 645 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (301 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Biarritz | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Biarritz | C |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
