2001 Ford 49 vs. 1969 Holden Brougham
To start off, 2001 Ford 49 is newer by 32 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, 1969 Holden Brougham (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Ford 49. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford 49. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Brougham weights approximately 162 kg more than 2001 Ford 49. 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, 1969 Holden Brougham (408 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford 49. (175 Nm). This means 1969 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford 49.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford 49 | 1969 Holden Brougham | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | 49 | Brougham |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3899 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1460 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
