1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2006 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2006 TVR Tuscan 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tuscan 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, 1968 Holden Monaro (443 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 TVR Tuscan. (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Monaro | 2006 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Holden | TVR |
Model | Monaro | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |