1970 Holden Monaro vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 380 kg more than 1970 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, 2005 Infiniti M (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Holden Monaro | 2005 Infiniti M | |
Make | Holden | Infiniti |
Model | Monaro | M |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4139 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |