1973 Holden Monaro vs. 1966 Porsche 911
To start off, 1973 Holden Monaro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Porsche 911 (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Monaro weights approximately 282 kg more than 1966 Porsche 911.
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 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Porsche 911. (179 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Holden Monaro | 1966 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Monaro | 911 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2220 mm |