1962 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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, 1962 Cadillac Biarritz (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 987 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Cadillac Biarritz is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 454 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (128 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Biarritz | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Biarritz | Civic |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
