2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1968 Holden Brougham
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1968 Holden Brougham. (182 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Brougham.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Brougham. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Brougham.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 1968 Holden Brougham | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Durango | Brougham |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
