1991 Alpina B vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1991 Alpina B is newer by 20 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 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Alpina B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpina B (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 526 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, 1991 Alpina B (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpina B | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Alpina | Holden |
| Model | B | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
