1959 Cadillac Brougham vs. 2007 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 48 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 61 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 713 kg more than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2007 Nissan Qashqai 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 | 2007 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Brougham | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6380 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
