1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2013 Scion FR-S. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion FR-S.
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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Monaro | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Holden | Scion |
Model | Monaro | FR-S |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |