1966 BMW 1600 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 38 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (329 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 735 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, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro has automatic transmission and 1966 BMW 1600 has manual transmission. 1966 BMW 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1600 | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1600 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
