1962 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Biarritz would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Biarritz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC (335 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 730 kg more than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC.
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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC. (430 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Biarritz | 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Biarritz | 365 GTC |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 110 L |
