1973 Holden Monaro vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1973 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Monaro weights approximately 24 kg more than 2010 BMW 125.
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, 2010 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Holden Monaro | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Monaro | 125 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |