1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (443 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Monaro | 911 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
