1960 Cadillac Brougham vs. 2000 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2000 Dodge Ram is newer by 40 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 37 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 219 kg more than 2000 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Ram 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, 2000 Dodge Ram 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Brougham | 2000 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Cadillac | Dodge |
| Model | Brougham | Ram |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2790 mm |
