1962 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 42 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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 905 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Cadillac Biarritz (582 Nm) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Biarritz | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
| Model | Biarritz | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 228 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 | 78 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
