1960 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 27 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 25 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 905 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1960 Cadillac Brougham (591 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Brougham | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Brougham | 300 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
