1989 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1963 Cadillac Biarritz
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 26 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 920 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ.
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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1963 Cadillac Biarritz | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | SZ | Biarritz |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
