1969 Holden Brougham vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 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 62 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1969 Holden Brougham.
Because 1969 Holden Brougham is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Holden Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6. 1969 Holden Brougham has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Brougham | 6 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
