1962 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1998 Cadillac Catera
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Catera is newer by 36 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, 1998 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 475 kg more than 1998 Cadillac Catera.
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 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Cadillac Catera.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Cadillac Biarritz | 1998 Cadillac Catera | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | Biarritz | Catera |
Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |