2008 Ford E-250 vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2008 Ford E-250 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 8 kg more than 2008 Ford E-250.
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 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro. 2008 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1969 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 1969 Holden Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-250 | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | E-250 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2830 mm |
