1986 BMW 628 vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1986 BMW 628 is newer by 15 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 628 weights approximately 90 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 628 | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 628 | Monaro |
Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 4141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 356 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |