1969 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix

To start off, both 1969 Cadillac Brougham and 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Brougham. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 375 kg more than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix.

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:

1969 Cadillac Brougham 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix
Make Cadillac Pontiac
Model Brougham Grand Prix
Year Released 1969 1969
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7734 cc 7460 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 228 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2180 kg 1805 kg
Vehicle Length 5790 mm 5350 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 3390 mm 3000 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 59 L


 

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