1963 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2006 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 43 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 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 657 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Cadillac Biarritz. (583 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Cadillac Biarritz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Biarritz | 2006 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Biarritz | Viper |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 8275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 725 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
