1962 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 50 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, 2012 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 685 kg more than 2012 BMW 123.
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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 123. (400 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 123.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Biarritz | 2012 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Biarritz | 123 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| 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 | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |
