1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 43 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 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 525 weights approximately 405 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, 2012 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro. 2012 BMW 525 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. 2012 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Monaro | 2012 BMW 525 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Monaro | 525 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2636 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2968 mm |