2009 BMW 550 vs. 1962 Cadillac Biarritz
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 47 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, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 518 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
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, 1962 Cadillac Biarritz (582 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 550. (490 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1962 Cadillac Biarritz | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 550 | Biarritz |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6388 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
