1962 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 51 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 275 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS will offer significantly more control. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Biarritz | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Biarritz | CTS |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
