1968 Holden Brougham vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 41 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1968 Holden Brougham. (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Brougham.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Brougham. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Brougham.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Brougham | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Brougham | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 344 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
