1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 38 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 5,024 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Monaro weights approximately 331 kg more than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
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 Holden Monaro (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Monaro | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Monaro | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5024 cc | 1311 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |