1972 Holden Monaro vs. 1966 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1972 Holden Monaro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar E-Type (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Monaro weights approximately 95 kg more than 1966 Jaguar E-Type.
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, 1966 Jaguar E-Type (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Monaro | 1966 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Monaro | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
