2005 Acura NSX vs. 1960 Cadillac Brougham
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 45 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, 2005 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1960 Cadillac Brougham. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1960 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 845 kg more than 2005 Acura NSX.
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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (305 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura NSX | 1960 Cadillac Brougham | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | NSX | Brougham |
Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 6390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 591 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |