1969 Holden Brougham vs. 2010 Lexus GX
To start off, 2010 Lexus GX is newer by 41 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, 2010 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1969 Holden Brougham. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GX weights approximately 946 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 2010 Lexus GX 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, 2010 Lexus GX 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, 2010 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Brougham. (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Brougham.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Brougham | 2010 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Holden | Lexus |
| Model | Brougham | GX |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2789 mm |
