1961 BMW 700 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 995 kg more than 1961 BMW 700. 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, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 BMW 700 | 2005 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | 700 | Monaro |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2800 mm |