1962 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2003 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2003 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 41 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 7,729 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 593 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2003 TVR Speed 12.
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, 2003 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. (582 Nm). This means 2003 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Biarritz | 2003 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Cadillac | TVR |
| Model | Biarritz | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 7729 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
