1968 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1986 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1986 Ford Falcon is newer by 18 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, 1968 Cadillac Brougham (229 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1986 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 810 kg more than 1986 Ford Falcon. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Brougham | 1986 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Brougham | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 2840 mm |
