1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z 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 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 9 more horse power than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (287 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 4 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 (516 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (372 Nm). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Monaro | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Monaro | 350Z |
Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 372 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |