1962 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 46 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. (582 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Biarritz | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Biarritz | CL |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |
