1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 30 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (296 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 505 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Because 1969 Holden Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (516 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 1999 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Monaro | V |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
