2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1968 Holden Brougham
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 41 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 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1968 Holden Brougham. (182 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Brougham.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Brougham. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Brougham.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1968 Holden Brougham | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | Escalade | Brougham |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
