1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 10 kg more than 2011 BMW 335.
Because 2011 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Monte Carlo | 335 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2761 mm |
