1968 Holden Brougham vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 38 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (494 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1968 Holden Brougham. (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Brougham. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Brougham.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Brougham | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Brougham | SL |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 494 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |