1956 BMW 501 vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1968 Holden Monaro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 501 would be higher. At 3,166 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 501 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro.
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, 1956 BMW 501 (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 501 | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 501 | Monaro |
Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3166 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |