1959 Cadillac Brougham vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 47 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, 2006 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Brougham. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 463 kg more than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan will offer significantly more control. 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 | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercury |
| Model | Brougham | Milan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6380 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
