1959 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1976 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1976 Toyota Corona is newer by 17 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 126 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corona. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Brougham | 1976 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Brougham | Corona |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6380 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |
