1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,024 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 150 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Holden Monaro (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. 1968 Holden Monaro has automatic transmission and 1970 Ferrari 365 GT has manual transmission. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Holden Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 365 GT | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4388 cc | 5024 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
