1970 Holden Monaro vs. 2008 Lexus LS
To start off, 2008 Lexus LS is newer by 38 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 480 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, 2008 Lexus LS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 2008 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Holden | Lexus |
| Model | Monaro | LS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2930 mm |
