1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2009 Maybach 57
To start off, 2009 Maybach 57 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 5,979 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 57 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1355 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 Maybach 57 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro. 2009 Maybach 57 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. 2009 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Monaro | 2009 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Holden | Maybach |
Model | Monaro | 57 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5040 cc | 5979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3400 mm |