1959 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1969 Citroen Dyane 4
To start off, 1969 Citroen Dyane 4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 6,380 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Brougham (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 1701 kg more than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Cadillac Brougham is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Cadillac Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Citroen Dyane 4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 | 1969 Citroen Dyane 4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Brougham | Dyane 4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6380 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |
