2007 Cadillac STS-V vs. 1970 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS-V (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 1970 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, 2007 Cadillac STS-V (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS-V | 1970 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | STS-V | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4376 cc | 4139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 595 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
