1983 BMW 725 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 725 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (383 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1983 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 725.
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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 725 | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 725 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2800 mm |
