1963 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 11 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 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 65 kg more than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Because 1963 Cadillac Biarritz is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Cadillac Biarritz. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. (518 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Biarritz | 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Biarritz | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 108 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 91 L |
