1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1969 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, both 1969 Holden Monaro and 1969 Pontiac Firebird were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (296 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Pontiac Firebird. (285 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1969 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 165 kg more than 1969 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 1969 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Monaro | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 285 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
