1970 Holden Monaro vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 43 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, 2013 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Holden Monaro weights approximately 101 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
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, 1970 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Monaro | BRZ |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1259 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
