1960 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1997 Suzuki C2
To start off, 1997 Suzuki C2 is newer by 37 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, 1997 Suzuki C2 (251 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Brougham. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki C2 should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 1447 kg more than 1997 Suzuki C2.
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, 1997 Suzuki C2, 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki C2. (284 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Brougham | 1997 Suzuki C2 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | Brougham | C2 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2240 mm |
