1963 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1968 Holden Belmont is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac Biarritz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac Biarritz would be higher. 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 89 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 890 kg more than 1968 Holden Belmont. 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 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (246 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Biarritz | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Biarritz | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2830 mm |
