1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1452 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 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Monaro | S |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3040 mm |
