1962 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z 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 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 602 kg more than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Biarritz | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Biarritz | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
