1960 Cadillac Brougham vs. 2011 Holden Calais
To start off, 2011 Holden Calais is newer by 51 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, 2011 Holden Calais (278 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Brougham. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Holden Calais should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Brougham.
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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Calais. (350 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Calais.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Brougham | 2011 Holden Calais | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Brougham | Calais |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 278 HP |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
