1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 41 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, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 205 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, 2009 BMW 325 (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Monaro | 2009 BMW 325 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Monaro | 325 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3043 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |