1958 BMW 600 vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1971 Holden Monaro is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 600 would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 790 kg more than 1958 BMW 600. 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 600 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2830 mm |
