1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1969 Cadillac Brougham
To start off, 1969 Cadillac Brougham is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Brougham. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 115 kg more than 1969 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 Eldorado | 1969 Cadillac Brougham | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | Eldorado | Brougham |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 79 L |
