1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 45 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (503 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (443 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Monaro | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Monaro | S |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5226 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3165 mm |
