1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 38 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 379 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, 2009 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Monaro | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Holden | Infiniti |
Model | Monaro | FX |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3297 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |