1962 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2011 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 49 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 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 405 kg more than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. 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, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne (1,018 Nm) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. (582 Nm). This means 2011 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Biarritz | 2011 Bentley Mulsanne | |
| Make | Cadillac | Bentley |
| Model | Biarritz | Mulsanne |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 1018 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5575 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1521 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3266 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 96 L |
