1960 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 30 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 47 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. 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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am, 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Brougham | 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | Brougham | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 69 L |
