2005 BMW 530 vs. 1973 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1973 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1973 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, 2005 BMW 530 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1973 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 530 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
