1992 Cadillac Brougham vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 21 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1992 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 435 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Cadillac Brougham | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Brougham | C |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3 : 1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4591 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2008 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2760 mm |