1969 Holden Brougham vs. 2005 MCC Crossblade
To start off, 2005 MCC Crossblade is newer by 36 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) has 111 more horse power than 2005 MCC Crossblade. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Crossblade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Brougham weights approximately 716 kg more than 2005 MCC Crossblade. 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Crossblade. (102 Nm @ 3210 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Crossblade. 1969 Holden Brougham has automatic transmission and 2005 MCC Crossblade has manual transmission. 2005 MCC Crossblade 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 | 2005 MCC Crossblade | |
| Make | Holden | MCC |
| Model | Brougham | Crossblade |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3210 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 2630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1810 mm |
