1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1963 Cadillac Biarritz
To start off, 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 1 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 52 more horse power than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 903 kg more than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. 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 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600. (216 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1963 Cadillac Biarritz | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | 2600 | Biarritz |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
