1972 BMW 3 vs. 1970 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1972 BMW 3 is newer by 2 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, 1972 BMW 3 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Holden Monaro weights approximately 90 kg more than 1972 BMW 3.
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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 3. (272 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW 3 | 1970 Holden Monaro | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 3 | Monaro |
Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3003 cc | 4139 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 356 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |