1960 Cadillac Brougham vs. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix 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, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Brougham. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 948 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. (203 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Brougham | 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
| Model | Brougham | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 5699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2820 mm |
