1961 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2011 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac STS is newer by 50 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, 2011 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 378 kg more than 2011 Cadillac STS.
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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac STS. (368 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Biarritz | 2011 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Biarritz | STS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2957 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
