1992 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1992 Cadillac Brougham is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 665 kg more than 1969 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Brougham | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Brougham | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2830 mm |
