1972 Holden Monaro vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 39 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 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1972 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, 1972 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Monaro | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Monaro | 118 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |