1991 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1991 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 22 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 105 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (411 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari Mondial | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | Mondial | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
