1968 Holden Brougham vs. 1998 Saturn SC
To start off, 1998 Saturn SC is newer by 30 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, 1968 Holden Brougham (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1998 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 1998 Saturn SC.
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, 1998 Saturn SC, 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saturn SC. 1968 Holden Brougham has automatic transmission and 1998 Saturn SC has manual transmission. 1998 Saturn SC 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 | 1998 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Holden | Saturn |
| Model | Brougham | SC |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
