1973 BMW 2004 vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1973 BMW 2004 is newer by 2 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 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 BMW 2004. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 2004. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 320 kg more than 1973 BMW 2004. 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 (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 2004. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 2004.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 2004 | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 2004 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
