Australia vs Australia — 1969 vs 1968
| Monaro GTS 350 | Monaro GTS 350 | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 hp | 300 hp |
| Torque | 350 lb-ft | 350 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 5,735 cc | 5,733 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 6.7 sec | 6.5 sec |
| Top Speed | 135 mph | 130 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 14.8 sec | 14.5 sec |
| Wheelbase | 2,743 mm | 2,819 mm |
| Length | 4,762 mm | 4,682 mm |
| Value (Excellent) | $180,000 | $200,000 |
| Collectibility | 5/10 | 5/10 |
| Rarity | 7/10 | 7/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1969 Holden Monaro GTS 350 brings higher top speed to the table, and the 1968 Holden Monaro GTS 350 answers with quicker acceleration. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
Few model names carry as much weight as the Holden Monaro. The 1969 and 1968 iterations represent different chapters in this storied nameplate's history, each reflecting the priorities and technologies of its era. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1969 Holden Monaro GTS 350 producing 300 hp and the 1968 Holden Monaro GTS 350 delivering 300 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Holden Monaro uses a V8 OHV displacing 5,735 cc, while the Holden Monaro relies on a V8 OHV 16V with 5,733 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1968 Holden Monaro GTS 350 edges ahead at 6.5 seconds versus 6.7 seconds. Both trade at comparable values on the collector market, making the choice between them largely one of personal preference.