2005 Ford GT vs. 1972 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2005 Ford GT is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford GT weights approximately 137 kg more than 1972 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 1972 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | GT | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
