1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2010 Audi R8
To start off, 2010 Audi R8 is newer by 42 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi R8 weights approximately 160 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.
Because 2010 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 2010 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Holden | Audi |
| Model | Monaro | R8 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5024 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2649 mm |
