1960 Cadillac Brougham vs. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 49 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Brougham. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 467 kg more than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Cadillac Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (548 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Brougham | 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jeep |
| Model | Brougham | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
