2001 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2001 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 33 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, 2001 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (215 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 De Tomaso Guara 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 De Tomaso Guara. (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
2001 De Tomaso Guara | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
Make | De Tomaso | Holden |
Model | Guara | Monaro |
Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |