1999 Bentley Hunaudieres vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is newer by 28 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 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (271 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 1060 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.
Because 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro. 1971 Holden Monaro has automatic transmission and 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres has manual transmission. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Holden Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Bentley | Holden |
Model | Hunaudieres | Monaro |
Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 8000 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 615 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 760 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |