1963 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 680 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (385 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Cadillac Biarritz | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | Biarritz | 911 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 385 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |