1968 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1971 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1971 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (251 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Brougham. (229 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Brougham | 1971 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Brougham | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 4726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 2780 mm |
