2005 BMW 325 vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 34 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 48 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Holden Monaro (427 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 325 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 5040 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
