2004 BMW 530 vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2004 BMW 530 is newer by 33 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 2,924 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 530 (228 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (113 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 530 weights approximately 255 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.
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, 2004 BMW 530 (290 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 530 | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 530 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 2637 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
