1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 44 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, 2013 Infiniti M (298 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (296 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 320 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 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti M. (350 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Holden | Infiniti |
| Model | Monaro | M |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
