1995 Acura NSX vs. 1969 Holden Brougham
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 26 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, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1969 Holden Brougham. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 37 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.
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, 1995 Acura NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Brougham. (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Brougham.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 1969 Holden Brougham | |
| Make | Acura | Holden |
| Model | NSX | Brougham |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
