1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2005 BMW Z4
To start off, 2005 BMW Z4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW Z4 (184 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW Z4 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Holden Monaro (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW Z4. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Monaro | 2005 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Monaro | Z4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3043 cc | 2489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |