1963 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 41 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) has 6 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 387 kg more than 2004 GMC Safari. 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Biarritz | 2004 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Biarritz | Safari |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 191 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1793 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 102 L |
