1968 Holden Brougham vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1968 Holden Brougham. (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Brougham. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Brougham.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Brougham | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Holden | GMC |
Model | Brougham | Yukon |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1954 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2946 mm |