1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1960 Cadillac Brougham
To start off, 1960 Cadillac Brougham is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac Brougham (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1955 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1960 Cadillac Brougham (591 Nm) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 1960 Cadillac Brougham | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | A 55 | Brougham |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 6390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3310 mm |
