1962 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 48 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 29 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 655 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (340 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Biarritz | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Biarritz | 120 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |
