1968 Holden Brougham vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 39 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 16 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element.
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, 2007 Honda Element, 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Brougham | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Brougham | Element |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |