1969 Holden Brougham vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 37 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 81 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Brougham weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Renault Megane. 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, 2006 Renault Megane, 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Megane. 1969 Holden Brougham has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Megane 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 | 2006 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Brougham | Megane |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
