1968 Cadillac Brougham vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 44 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, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac Brougham. (229 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 260 kg more than 2012 BMW 535.
Because 2012 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Cadillac Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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.
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1968 Cadillac Brougham | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Cadillac | BMW |
Model | Brougham | 535 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |