1968 BMW 2800 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2800 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 159 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 365 kg more than 1968 BMW 2800. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2800 | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 2800 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
