1962 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1982 Ford Granada
To start off, 1982 Ford Granada is newer by 20 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, 1962 Cadillac Biarritz (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 810 kg more than 1982 Ford Granada. 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 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (148 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Biarritz | 1982 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Biarritz | Granada |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
