1991 BMW 320 vs. 1974 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1991 BMW 320 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,832 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 320 (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Monaro weights approximately 70 kg more than 1991 BMW 320.
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, 1974 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 320 | 1974 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 320 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
