1963 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2003 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2003 Lotus Exige is newer by 40 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 22 more horse power than 2003 Lotus Exige. (175 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 2003 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 1400 kg more than 2003 Lotus Exige. 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 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lotus Exige. (168 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Biarritz | 2003 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | Biarritz | Exige |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 36 L |
