1972 Ferrari Dino vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1972 Ferrari Dino is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (296 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 270 kg more than 1972 Ferrari Dino. 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (516 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ferrari Dino | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | Dino | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
