1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT 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 (10 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 492 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 65 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Monaro | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
