1980 BMW 628 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 628 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1980 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 195 kg more than 1980 BMW 628. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW 628 | 2003 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | 628 | Monaro |
Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2800 mm |