1973 AC 428 vs. 2004 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2004 Holden Monaro is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Monaro weights approximately 172 kg more than 1973 AC 428.
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, 1973 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 AC 428 | 2004 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | 428 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7002 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
