1996 Audi S6 vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 28 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Audi S6 (400 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | S6 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
