1963 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1968 Volkswagen 1600 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) has 144 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. 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 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Cadillac Biarritz | 1968 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Biarritz | 1600 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 583 Nm | 110 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |