1991 BMW 518 vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1991 BMW 518 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 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1991 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 180 kg more than 1991 BMW 518. 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 (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 518. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 518 | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 518 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
