1966 BMW 1600 vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1969 Holden Monaro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 195 kg more than 1966 BMW 1600. 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1600 | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 1600 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
