1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 915 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 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (411 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2010 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Monaro | R |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3216 mm |
