1972 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1969 Cadillac Brougham
To start off, 1972 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. Both 1972 Cadillac DeVille and 1969 Cadillac Brougham are equipped with a 7,734 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Cadillac Brougham (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Cadillac DeVille. (211 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1972 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 55 kg more than 1972 Cadillac DeVille. 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:
| 1972 Cadillac DeVille | 1969 Cadillac Brougham | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | DeVille | Brougham |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5830 mm | 5790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3390 mm |
