1962 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1959 Riley Two Point Six
To start off, 1962 Cadillac Biarritz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley Two Point Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley Two Point Six 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 100 more horse power than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 540 kg more than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. 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 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley Two Point Six. (183 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley Two Point Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Biarritz | 1959 Riley Two Point Six | |
| Make | Cadillac | Riley |
| Model | Biarritz | Two Point Six |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2890 mm |
