1968 Holden Brougham vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 44 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1968 Holden Brougham. (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Brougham. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Brougham. 1968 Holden Brougham has automatic transmission and 2012 Cadillac CTS-V has manual transmission. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V 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.
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1968 Holden Brougham | 2012 Cadillac CTS-V | |
Make | Holden | Cadillac |
Model | Brougham | CTS-V |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 556 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 746 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |