1998 BMW Z3 vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (271 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1998 BMW Z3. (191 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW Z3 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro.
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 (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Z3. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Z3 | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | Z3 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
