1959 Cadillac Brougham vs. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe
To start off, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is newer by 51 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 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Brougham. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe weights approximately 375 kg more than 1959 Cadillac Brougham. 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 | 2010 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe | |
| Make | Cadillac | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Brougham | Phantom Drophead Coupe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6380 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5608 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
