1960 Cadillac Brougham vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 44 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 150 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 1565 kg more than 2004 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1960 Cadillac Brougham (591 Nm) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (95 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Brougham | 2004 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Cadillac | MCC |
| Model | Brougham | Smart |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2370 mm |
