1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 41 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Bentley Continental GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 488 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 1035 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.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro. 2010 Bentley Continental GT has automatic transmission and 1969 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 1969 Holden Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Bentley Continental GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2010 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Holden | Bentley |
| Model | Monaro | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1379 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2746 mm |
