1992 Cadillac Brougham vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 20 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, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Because 1992 Cadillac Brougham is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Cadillac Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 408, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Brougham | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
| Model | Brougham | 408 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2710 mm |
