1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 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 X5 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 X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro. 2010 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1969 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 1969 Holden Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Monaro | X5 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2934 mm |
