1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 39 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 198 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, 2010 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Monaro | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
