1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 182 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW Z4. (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Monaro | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2497 mm |
