1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2003 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2003 Panoz AIV is newer by 35 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Monaro weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 Panoz AIV.
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, 2003 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Monaro | 2003 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Holden | Panoz |
Model | Monaro | AIV |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3043 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |