1960 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1982 GMC Jimmy is newer by 22 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 102 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 850 kg more than 1982 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Cadillac Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 GMC Jimmy 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. Let's talk about torque, 1960 Cadillac Brougham (591 Nm) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (197 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Brougham | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Brougham | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2560 mm |
