2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1968 Holden Brougham
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 36 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1968 Holden Brougham. (182 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Brougham.
Because 1968 Holden Brougham is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Holden Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 1968 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1968 Holden Brougham | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Venture | Brougham |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2830 mm |
