1963 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1963 Isuzu Minx

To start off, both 1963 Cadillac Biarritz and 1963 Isuzu Minx were released in the same year (1963). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac Biarritz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Cadillac Biarritz (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1963 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Minx.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Cadillac Biarritz 1963 Isuzu Minx
Make Cadillac Isuzu
Model Biarritz Minx
Year Released 1963 1963
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6390 cc 1491 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 583 Nm 112 Nm
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98.4 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 2180 kg 1030 kg
Vehicle Length 5670 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 40 L


 

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