1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (271 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 65 kg more than 1971 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro. 1971 Holden Monaro has automatic transmission and 1995 Ferrari 512 M has manual transmission. 1995 Ferrari 512 M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Holden Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari 512 M | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | 512 M | Monaro |
Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5733 cc |
Horse Power | 423 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |