1995 Acura NSX vs. 1962 Cadillac Biarritz
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 33 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, 1995 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 810 kg more than 1995 Acura NSX.
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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura NSX. (284 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 1962 Cadillac Biarritz | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | NSX | Biarritz |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3300 mm |
