2008 BMW 130 vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 37 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (271 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 BMW 130. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 BMW 130. 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 130 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
