1959 Cadillac Brougham vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 53 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Brougham. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Brougham.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Brougham | R |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6380 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
