2007 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 39 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (469 HP @ 2650 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 495 kg more than 1968 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
Model | SL | Monaro |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5024 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 2650 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 701 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |