1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 44 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 60 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Monaro | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Holden | Porsche |
Model | Monaro | Cayman |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3043 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2416 mm |