1969 BMW 2800 vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1969 BMW 2800 is newer by 1 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 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro.
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, 1969 BMW 2800 (236 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1969 BMW 2800 | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 2800 | Monaro |
Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |