2011 BMW 123 vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 40 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (271 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 123 weights approximately 225 kg more 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 123. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 123 | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 123 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1411 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
