2008 BMW 328 vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 328 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
