2008 Acura RDX vs. 1969 Holden Brougham
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 39 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, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1969 Holden Brougham. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Brougham weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Acura RDX.
Because 2008 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Holden Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX 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, 1969 Holden Brougham (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 1969 Holden Brougham | |
| Make | Acura | Holden |
| Model | RDX | Brougham |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
