2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | F-350 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2830 mm |
