1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 41 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, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 725 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Monaro | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Monaro | 535 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3071 mm |