1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 255 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.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Monaro | C |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5024 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
