2009 BMW 740 vs. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz
To start off, 2009 BMW 740 is newer by 49 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, 2009 BMW 740 (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 BMW 740.
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, 2009 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz. (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Cadillac Biarritz.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 740 | 1960 Cadillac Biarritz | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | 740 | Biarritz |
Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3901 cc | 6389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 98.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |