1970 Holden Monaro vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Holden Monaro weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Monaro | 911 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
