2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 114 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Corvette | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
