1969 Holden Brougham vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra (239 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1969 Holden Brougham. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Brougham weights approximately 67 kg more than 2012 Opel Astra.
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 Opel Astra, 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Astra. (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Astra. 1969 Holden Brougham has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra | |
Make | Holden | Opel |
Model | Brougham | Astra |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |