1971 Buick Riviera vs. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz
To start off, 1971 Buick Riviera is newer by 10 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 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 140 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. (582 Nm). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Cadillac Biarritz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 1961 Cadillac Biarritz | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Riviera | Biarritz |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3300 mm |
