1998 Bentley Azure vs. 1963 Cadillac Biarritz
To start off, 1998 Bentley Azure is newer by 35 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 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Azure weights approximately 270 kg more than 1963 Cadillac Biarritz. 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, 1998 Bentley Azure (750 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Cadillac Biarritz. (583 Nm). This means 1998 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Cadillac Biarritz.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bentley Azure | 1963 Cadillac Biarritz | |
Make | Bentley | Cadillac |
Model | Azure | Biarritz |
Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6745 cc | 6390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 583 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 98.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3300 mm |