1969 Holden Brougham vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 40 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, both vehicles can yield 181 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1969 Holden Brougham.
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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Brougham | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Brougham | E |
Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |