2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 35 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (296 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 360.
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, 1969 Holden Monaro (516 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari 360. (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ferrari | Holden |
| Model | 360 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3571 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
