1963 Cadillac Biarritz vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 49 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 54 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 795 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. 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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (300 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Biarritz | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Biarritz | 118 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 51 L |
