1974 BMW Touring vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1974 BMW Touring is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Holden Monaro (443 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | Touring | Monaro |
Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |