1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 32 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 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (271 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1095 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, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (721 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 1971 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 1971 Holden Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Holden | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Monaro | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 721 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 6090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3580 mm |
