2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1970 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Holden Monaro weights approximately 199 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
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 Ford Shelby GT 500 (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1970 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | Monaro |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |