2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1969 Holden Brougham
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 36 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1969 Holden Brougham. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 853 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (713 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Brougham. (408 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Brougham.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1969 Holden Brougham | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Ram | Brougham |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2830 mm |
