2005 AC Aceca vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2005 AC Aceca is newer by 37 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Aceca 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, 2005 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
2005 AC Aceca | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
Make | AC | Holden |
Model | Aceca | Monaro |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |