1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1969 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Monaro | 420 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
