1960 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1980 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 20 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 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 157 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Cadillac Brougham (591 Nm) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Cadillac Brougham | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | Brougham | Passat |
Year Released | 1960 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 591 Nm | 101 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |