1962 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1962 Cadillac Biarritz is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Biarritz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac Biarritz (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (49 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 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, 1962 Cadillac Biarritz (582 Nm) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (108 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Biarritz | 1955 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Biarritz | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2430 mm |
