1972 BMW Touring vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 625 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | Touring | Monaro |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |