1961 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 359 kg more than 2011 Nissan Murano.
Because 1961 Cadillac Biarritz is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Biarritz | 2011 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Biarritz | Murano |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |
