1959 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1954 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1959 Cadillac Brougham is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 6,380 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ford Thunderbird (225 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Brougham. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 717 kg more than 1954 Ford Thunderbird.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Brougham | 1954 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Brougham | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6380 cc | 5114 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2600 mm |
