1970 Holden Monaro vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Monaro (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1970 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, 1970 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Holden Monaro | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Monaro | 118 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4139 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |