1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 70 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 1969 Holden Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (411 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Monaro | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Monaro | 911 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1292 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |