1959 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 26 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 70 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 570 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. 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 | 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Brougham | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6380 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |
