1968 Holden Monaro vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 43 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 123.
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 (443 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 123. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 123.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Monaro | 2011 BMW 123 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Monaro | 123 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |