2008 BMW 760 vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2008 BMW 760 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 760 weights approximately 765 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.
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, 2008 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 760 | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 760 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2830 mm |
