1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Monaro | 525 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3032 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
