1960 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1999 Kia Elan
To start off, 1999 Kia Elan is newer by 39 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 61 more horse power than 1999 Kia Elan. (149 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 1227 kg more than 1999 Kia Elan. 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, 1999 Kia Elan, 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 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Elan. (186 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Cadillac Brougham | 1999 Kia Elan | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | Brougham | Elan |
Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 591 Nm | 186 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1068 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2260 mm |