2007 BMW 325 vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 36 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 40 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 325 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
