1984 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (386 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 391 kg more than 1969 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, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (490 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | Testarossa | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 386 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
