1960 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (350 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Brougham. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 339 kg more than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (651 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Cadillac Brougham. (591 Nm). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Cadillac Brougham.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Brougham | 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Brougham | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
