1968 Holden Brougham vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 45 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1968 Holden Brougham. (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Brougham.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS 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, 1968 Holden Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Brougham | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Holden | Cadillac |
| Model | Brougham | CTS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
