1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2011 BMW 528
To start off, 2011 BMW 528 is newer by 42 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, 2011 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 528 weights approximately 415 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.
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, 2011 BMW 528 (311 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2011 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Monaro | 528 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3032 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2969 mm |
