1969 Holden Brougham vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 33 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, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1969 Holden Brougham. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 120 kg more than 1969 Holden Brougham. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Acura CL, 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Brougham | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Holden | Acura |
| Model | Brougham | CL |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
