1972 Holden Monaro vs. 1983 Porsche 959
To start off, 1983 Porsche 959 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 959 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Porsche 959 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1972 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, 1983 Porsche 959 (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Monaro | 1983 Porsche 959 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Monaro | 959 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2280 mm |