1972 Holden Monaro vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 40 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro.
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, 2012 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Monaro | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Holden | Infiniti |
Model | Monaro | M |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2901 mm |