1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (296 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 750 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 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (516 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Cayenne. (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Monaro | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2855 mm |
