2009 BMW 740 vs. 1970 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2009 BMW 740 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 740 (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 740 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1970 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, 2009 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Monaro. 2009 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1970 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 1970 Holden Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 740 | 1970 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 740 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2830 mm |
