2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1969 Holden Brougham
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 40 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1969 Holden Brougham. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Brougham. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Brougham weights approximately 494 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
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, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Brougham. (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Brougham. 1969 Holden Brougham has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Holden Brougham will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-250 | 1969 Holden Brougham | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | F-250 | Brougham |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 5025 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2830 mm |