1961 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 51 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 185 kg more than 2012 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (749 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. (582 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Cadillac Biarritz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Biarritz | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Biarritz | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 749 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
