1962 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 43 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, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria.
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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. (362 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Cadillac Biarritz | 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | Biarritz | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6388 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 362 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |