1974 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (215 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1968 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, 1974 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (443 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro. 1974 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1968 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 1968 Holden Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 De Tomaso Deauville | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
Model | Deauville | Monaro |
Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |