1963 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 1998 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1998 Ford Falcon is newer by 35 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, 1998 Ford Falcon (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 600 kg more than 1998 Ford Falcon.
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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Falcon. (395 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Biarritz | 1998 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Biarritz | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2800 mm |
