1967 Cadillac Brougham vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1967 Cadillac Brougham. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1967 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 525 kg more than 2012 Toyota Avalon.
Because 1967 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 1967 Cadillac Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Cadillac Brougham | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
| Model | Brougham | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 2819 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
