2009 BMW 535 vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (113 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 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 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 535 | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 535 | Monaro |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2637 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |