1968 Holden Brougham vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER 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 Dodge CHALLENGER (301 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1968 Holden Brougham. (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER 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, 1968 Holden Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Brougham | 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER | |
Make | Holden | Dodge |
Model | Brougham | CHALLENGER |
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 | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5023 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1923 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1449 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2946 mm |