1962 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX is newer by 35 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, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 682 kg more than 1997 Honda NSX.
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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (304 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Biarritz | 1997 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Biarritz | NSX |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
