1960 Cadillac Brougham vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 47 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 5 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 530 kg more than 2007 Lexus IS. 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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Cadillac Brougham | 2007 Lexus IS | |
Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
Model | Brougham | IS |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 591 Nm | 251 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |