2005 Holden Monaro vs. 1970 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Holden Monaro is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,534 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1970 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 608 kg more than 2005 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, 1970 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Monaro | 1970 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Holden | Lincoln |
| Model | Monaro | Continental |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 7534 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2980 mm |
