1986 BMW M5 vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1986 BMW M5 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, 1986 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M5 weights approximately 139 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M5. (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M5 | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | M5 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3428 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
