1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 42 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 75 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Monaro | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Monaro | 1 Series |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |