1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1962 Cadillac Biarritz
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Biarritz would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 280 kg more than 1968 Buick Riviera.
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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. (582 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 1962 Cadillac Biarritz | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Riviera | Biarritz |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
