1995 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 27 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 110 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ferrari 512 TR | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Ferrari | Holden |
Model | 512 TR | Monaro |
Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 5024 cc |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |