1998 BMW 318 vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 27 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 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 70 kg more than 1998 BMW 318. 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 (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 318 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5040 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
