1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2002 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 33 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 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen W12 (600 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 144 kg more than 2002 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (411 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen W12. (335 Nm). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen W12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2002 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Monaro | W12 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
