1968 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1969 Holden Monaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB weights approximately 82 kg more than 1969 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, 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | 365 GTB | Monaro |
Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 347 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |