1959 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1989 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1989 Dodge Viper is newer by 30 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 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Viper (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Brougham. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 841 kg more than 1989 Dodge Viper.
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 | 1989 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Brougham | Viper |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6380 cc | 7994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |
