1962 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 640 kg more than 1999 Porsche 911.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche 911. (560 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Biarritz | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Biarritz | 911 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
