1969 Holden Brougham vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 39 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, 2008 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1969 Holden Brougham. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 376 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 2008 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Holden Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan will offer significantly more control. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Brougham | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | Brougham | Milan |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
