1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1996 Vector M12
To start off, 1996 Vector M12 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Vector M12 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1971 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, 1996 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 1996 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Holden | Vector |
| Model | Monaro | M12 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
