1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1971 Holden Monaro is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 64 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro. 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, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Corvette | Monaro |
Year Released | 1958 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 3297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |