1962 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 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 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Biarritz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz.
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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (315 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Biarritz | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Biarritz | 325 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
