1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2006 SSC Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Aero is newer by 37 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 766 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (296 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 202 kg more than 2006 SSC Aero.
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, 2006 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 841 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (516 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2006 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Holden | SSC |
| Model | Monaro | Aero |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1090 mm |
