1992 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (315 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 171 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL (468 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Cadillac Brougham.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Cadillac Brougham | 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Brougham | SL |
Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 468 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2520 mm |