2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (240 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Monte Carlo (380 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Monte Carlo | 109 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2780 mm |
