1968 Holden Brougham vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1968 Holden Brougham. (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Brougham.
Because 1968 Holden 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 1968 Holden Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Brougham. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Brougham.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Brougham | 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Holden | Oldsmobile |
Model | Brougham | Toronado |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3110 mm |