1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2004 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2004 TVR Cerbera is newer by 33 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (271 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 360 kg more than 2004 TVR Cerbera.
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, 1971 Holden Monaro (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 TVR Cerbera. (448 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Monaro | 2004 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Holden | TVR |
Model | Monaro | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |