1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 100 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (411 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Monaro | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Monaro | 911 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |