1968 Holden Brougham vs. 1997 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1997 Nissan Skyline is newer by 29 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, 1997 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1968 Holden Brougham. (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Skyline 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, 1997 Nissan Skyline, 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, 1968 Holden Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Skyline. (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Skyline. 1968 Holden Brougham has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan Skyline has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan Skyline 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 | 1997 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Brougham | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
