1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 42 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, 2011 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Because 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 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, 2011 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (411 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Holden | Audi |
| Model | Monaro | A8 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2992 mm |
