1963 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1996 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 33 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 7,255 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 665 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F512 M.
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, 1996 Ferrari F512 M (719 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Cadillac Biarritz. (583 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Cadillac Biarritz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Biarritz | 1996 Ferrari F512 M | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ferrari |
| Model | Biarritz | F512 M |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 7255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2510 mm |
