1963 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1972 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1972 Ford Cortina is newer by 9 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 141 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 1136 kg more than 1972 Ford Cortina. 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 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Biarritz | 1972 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Biarritz | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 87 L |
