2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Biarritz would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Biarritz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac Biarritz (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Biarritz should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 357 kg more than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous will offer significantly more control. 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, 1960 Cadillac Biarritz (590 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1960 Cadillac Biarritz | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Rendezvous | Biarritz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 6389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1938 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
