1960 Cadillac Brougham vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 42 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Brougham. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Cadillac Brougham. (591 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Cadillac Brougham.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Brougham | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Brougham | S |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 801 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |
