1960 Cadillac Brougham vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto is newer by 45 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 148 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 1419 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto. 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, 2005 Suzuki Alto, 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 504 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (87 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Brougham | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | Brougham | Alto |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 35 L |
