2009 Ford E-150 vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 40 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 429 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
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, 1969 Holden Monaro (411 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-150 | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | E-150 | Monaro |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 5025 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2830 mm |