1968 Holden Brougham vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 24 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1968 Holden Brougham. (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Brougham.
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 Mercedes-Benz 500 (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Brougham. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Brougham. 1968 Holden Brougham has automatic transmission and 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 has manual transmission. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Holden Brougham will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Brougham | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Brougham | 500 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |