1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 27 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 454 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (296 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 588 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
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, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (516 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari F50 | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | F50 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2830 mm |
