1970 Holden Monaro vs. 2012 BMW 330
To start off, 2012 BMW 330 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 330 should accelerate faster 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, 2012 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Holden Monaro | 2012 BMW 330 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Monaro | 330 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2636 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |