2005 BMW 760 vs. 1962 Cadillac Biarritz
To start off, 2005 BMW 760 is newer by 43 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, 2005 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 BMW 760.
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, 2005 BMW 760 (602 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. (582 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 760 | 1962 Cadillac Biarritz | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 760 | Biarritz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6129 cc | 6388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 602 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |
