1972 Holden Monaro vs. 2009 Maybach 57
To start off, 2009 Maybach 57 is newer by 37 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 5,979 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maybach 57 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 488 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1395 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, 2009 Maybach 57 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 773 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Monaro | 2009 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Holden | Maybach |
| Model | Monaro | 57 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 5979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3400 mm |
