1970 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1973 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1973 Peugeot 504 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Cadillac Brougham (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 504. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 1032 kg more than 1973 Peugeot 504. 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:
| 1970 Cadillac Brougham | 1973 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | Brougham | 504 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2196 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 2750 mm |
