1997 BMW M3 vs. 1960 Cadillac Brougham
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Brougham. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 995 kg more than 1997 BMW M3.
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, 1960 Cadillac Brougham (591 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW M3. (236 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW M3 | 1960 Cadillac Brougham | |
Make | BMW | Cadillac |
Model | M3 | Brougham |
Year Released | 1997 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 6390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 591 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3310 mm |