1982 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1982 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 14 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), 1982 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 De Tomaso Deauville (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 650 kg more than 1968 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, 1982 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1982 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 De Tomaso Deauville | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
| Model | Deauville | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
