1972 Holden Monaro vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1972 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Monaro | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Holden | BMW |
| Model | Monaro | X6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2934 mm |
