1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 23 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 5,024 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 440 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, 1968 Holden Monaro (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. 1968 Holden Monaro has automatic transmission and 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Holden Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
Model | 300 | Monaro |
Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5024 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2830 mm |