1972 Holden Monaro vs. 1999 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 27 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 165 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, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Monaro | 1999 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Monaro | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
