1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2005 McLaren F1
To start off, 2005 McLaren F1 is newer by 36 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 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (296 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 McLaren F1.
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, 2005 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (516 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2005 McLaren F1 | |
| Make | Holden | McLaren |
| Model | Monaro | F1 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
