1962 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2009 Ferrari California
To start off, 2009 Ferrari California is newer by 47 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, 2009 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 445 kg more than 2009 Ferrari California.
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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari California. (483 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari California.
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1962 Cadillac Biarritz | 2009 Ferrari California | |
Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
Model | Biarritz | California |
Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6388 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 460 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 483 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4562 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1308 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 78 L |