1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1968 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Monaro | 911 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3043 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
