1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1968 Holden Brougham
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Holden Brougham. (182 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Brougham.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Holden Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1968 Holden Brougham | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Silverado | Brougham |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
