1970 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz
To start off, 1970 Aston Martin DB6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Biarritz would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Biarritz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 555 kg more than 1970 Aston Martin DB6.
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, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz (582 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Aston Martin DB6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Aston Martin DB6 | 1961 Cadillac Biarritz | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Cadillac |
| Model | DB6 | Biarritz |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
