2009 BMW 325 vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 38 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 2,637 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (113 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro.
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, 2009 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 325 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2637 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
