1980 Buick Electra vs. 1963 Cadillac Biarritz
To start off, 1980 Buick Electra is newer by 17 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 74 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 490 kg more than 1980 Buick Electra. 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick Electra | 1963 Cadillac Biarritz | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Electra | Biarritz |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
