1974 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1974 Holden Statesman
To start off, both 1974 Cadillac Brougham and 1974 Holden Statesman were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 Cadillac Brougham. (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1974 Cadillac Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 795 kg more than 1974 Holden Statesman.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Cadillac Brougham | 1974 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Brougham | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7732 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5950 mm | 5190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 2900 mm |
