The British newspaper Daily Mail compared Cadillac and Aurus cars, on which US and Russia’s presidents Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin arrived at Negotivskaya Geneva on June 16.
So, Biden arrived at the La Gruna Villa on the Armored Cadillac named “Beast” worth $ 1.5 million (108 million rubles). The machine is equipped with night vision cameras, guns with tear gas and 20-centimeter armor made of steel and ceramics capable of withstanding a bomb explosion and bullet shooting. It is argued that the doors of this car weigh as much as the door of the Boeing 757 aircraft.
In addition, the American leader has a built-in communication system. Cadillac is also equipped with an oxygen system and president’s blood reserve in case of emergency.
The back of the car in which Biden may be with a company to four passengers, separated from the driver with a glass partition – it can be lowered by a switch by clicking. In the same place, on the rear seats, a satellite phone with a straight link with Vice-President Kamala Harris and Pentagon.
Fuel tank “Beast” Booked and filled with foam warning explosion even with direct hit.
“The Russian president also boasts a unique armored limousine, where, as stated, passengers remain safe even under water,” writes Daily Mail. At the same time, information about Aurus Senat has a much smaller edition than about Cadillac.
It is reported that Putin’s car has a 4,4-liter V8 engine with a capacity of 598 horsepower, a hybrid drive and a 9-speed automatic transmission. The cost of ordinary Aurus is 18 million rubles, however, according to the newspaper, the film of the Russian leader is estimated in a much greater amount.