1974 Cadillac Brougham vs. 2009 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 7,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Brougham. (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 1137 kg more than 2009 Honda S2000.
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.
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1974 Cadillac Brougham | 2009 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | Brougham | S2000 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7732 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5950 mm | 4130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 2410 mm |