1969 Holden Brougham vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 32 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 52 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Brougham weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Holden Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 1969 Holden Brougham (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX. 1969 Holden Brougham has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 2001 Honda S-MX 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 | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Brougham | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
