1960 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1944 Citroen 15
To start off, 1960 Cadillac Brougham is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac Brougham (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 970 kg more than 1944 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Cadillac Brougham is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Cadillac Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1944 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1960 Cadillac Brougham (591 Nm) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Brougham | 1944 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Brougham | 15 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3100 mm |
