1959 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is newer by 27 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Brougham. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 515 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560.
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 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Brougham | 560 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6380 cc | 5547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3080 mm |
