2006 BMW 760 vs. 1959 Cadillac Brougham
To start off, 2006 BMW 760 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 6,380 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1959 Cadillac Brougham. (210 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1959 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 BMW 760.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 760 | 1959 Cadillac Brougham | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 760 | Brougham |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 6380 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |
