1969 Holden Brougham vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1969 Holden Brougham. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 675 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.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Brougham. (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Brougham.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Brougham | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Brougham | S |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 801 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
