1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 40 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 225 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, 2009 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Monaro | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
