1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1992 Cadillac Brougham
To start off, 1992 Cadillac Brougham is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. (185 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 190 kg more than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. 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, 1961 Cadillac Eldorado (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Cadillac Brougham.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 1992 Cadillac Brougham | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | Eldorado | Brougham |
Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6390 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3090 mm |