1980 BMW 628 vs. 1962 Cadillac Biarritz
To start off, 1980 BMW 628 is newer by 18 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 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Biarritz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac Biarritz (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1980 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 720 kg more than 1980 BMW 628. 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, 1962 Cadillac Biarritz (582 Nm) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 628. (240 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 628 | 1962 Cadillac Biarritz | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 628 | Biarritz |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
