1961 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 52 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 391 kg more than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento 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, 2013 Kia Sorento 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, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz (582 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Biarritz | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Biarritz | Sorento |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
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 | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 336 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1789 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |