1963 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1963 Cadillac Biarritz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac Biarritz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 794 kg more than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 1963 Cadillac Biarritz (583 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Biarritz | 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Biarritz | 300 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
