1999 Audi R8 vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 1338 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
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 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (263 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | R8 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1360 mm |
