1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz
To start off, 1962 BMW 3200 CS is newer by 1 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, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 680 kg more than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 3200 CS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 3200 CS | 1961 Cadillac Biarritz | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 3200 CS | Biarritz |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
