1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 24 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 81 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Holden Monaro (411 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Monaro | E |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
