1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 38 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (297 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Monaro | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3032 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
