2009 BMW M5 vs. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Biarritz would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Biarritz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Biarritz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Biarritz weights approximately 344 kg more than 2009 BMW M5.
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, 1961 Cadillac Biarritz (582 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M5. (520 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Biarritz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M5 | 1961 Cadillac Biarritz | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | M5 | Biarritz |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 582 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
