2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 41 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 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac STS weights approximately 345 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, 2009 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Cadillac | Holden |
| Model | STS | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 3043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
