1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C
To start off, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is newer by 41 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 3,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (592 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 476 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C weights approximately 94 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, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 McLaren MP4-12C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Monaro | 2012 McLaren MP4-12C | |
Make | Holden | McLaren |
Model | Monaro | MP4-12C |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 592 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1199 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |