1997 Dodge Sidewinder vs. 1969 Holden Brougham
To start off, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 28 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 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (641 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 1969 Holden Brougham. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Brougham weights approximately 403 kg more than 1997 Dodge Sidewinder.
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, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (719 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Brougham. (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Brougham.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Sidewinder | 1969 Holden Brougham | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Sidewinder | Brougham |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 719 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
