1999 Acura NSX vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1999 Acura NSX is newer by 31 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (215 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro.
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, 1968 Holden Monaro (443 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura NSX | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Acura | Holden |
Model | NSX | Monaro |
Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |