1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 38 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (296 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1969 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 Holden Monaro (516 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Monaro | 2007 BMW 325 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Monaro | 325 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |