1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1375 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, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Holden | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Monaro | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3032 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 6091 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1638 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3820 mm |
