1999 Audi R8R vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R 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 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 1378 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
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, 1971 Holden Monaro (427 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi R8R. (330 Nm). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi R8R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | R8R | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 5040 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1360 mm |
