1963 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 13 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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 780 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Biarritz | 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Biarritz | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 110 L |
