1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2011 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1971 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, 2011 Bentley Mulsanne (1,018 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 790 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Monaro | 2011 Bentley Mulsanne | |
Make | Holden | Bentley |
Model | Monaro | Mulsanne |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 6800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 1018 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1521 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3266 mm |