1999 AC Cobra vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 30 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 290 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra.
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, 1999 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | Cobra | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2830 mm |
