2003 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 1963 Cadillac Biarritz
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 40 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, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 435 kg more than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V.
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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. (529 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Cadillac CTS-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS-V | 1963 Cadillac Biarritz | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | CTS-V | Biarritz |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
