1969 Holden Brougham vs. 1989 TVR S2
To start off, 1989 TVR S2 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Brougham (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 TVR S2. (151 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 1989 TVR S2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Brougham weights approximately 560 kg more than 1989 TVR S2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1969 Holden Brougham (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 TVR S2. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 TVR S2. 1969 Holden Brougham has automatic transmission and 1989 TVR S2 has manual transmission. 1989 TVR S2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Holden Brougham will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Brougham | 1989 TVR S2 | |
| Make | Holden | TVR |
| Model | Brougham | S2 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |
