1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 35 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, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 440 kg more than 1996 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 1961 Cadillac Biarritz is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Park Avenue. (387 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Park Avenue | 1961 Cadillac Biarritz | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Park Avenue | Biarritz |
Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3798 cc | 6390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 582 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 98.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |