1969 Holden Brougham vs. 2012 Acura TSX
To start off, 2012 Acura TSX is newer by 43 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, 2012 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Holden Brougham. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TSX weights approximately 114 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 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, 2012 Acura TSX, 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TSX. 1969 Holden Brougham has automatic transmission and 2012 Acura TSX has manual transmission. 2012 Acura TSX 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 | 2012 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Holden | Acura |
| Model | Brougham | TSX |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2708 mm |
