1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Monaro | 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Monaro | E |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2970 mm |