1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 28 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 5,584 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 163 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen W12.
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, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Monaro | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Monaro | W12 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3032 cc | 5584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |