1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 41 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Because 2010 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 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, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2010 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Monaro | 550 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3032 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3066 mm |
