1986 BMW Z1 vs. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz
To start off, 1986 BMW Z1 is newer by 25 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, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1986 BMW Z1. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 1182 kg more than 1986 BMW Z1. 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, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz (582 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW Z1. (222 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW Z1 | 1961 Cadillac Biarritz | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | Z1 | Biarritz |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
