2001 Bentley Continental vs. 1972 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2001 Bentley Continental is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1114 kg more than 1972 Holden Monaro. 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, 2001 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 647 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Continental | 1972 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Bentley | Holden |
| Model | Continental | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2830 mm |
