1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 43 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (451 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 365 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Monaro | C |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3043 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2766 mm |
