1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2007 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2007 TVR Tuscan 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 TVR Tuscan.
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 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2007 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Holden | TVR |
| Model | Monaro | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3032 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
