1963 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 42 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 1250 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
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 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Biarritz | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lotus |
| Model | Biarritz | Exige |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| 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 |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
