1987 BMW 750 vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1987 BMW 750 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro. 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, 1987 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 750 | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 750 | Monaro |
Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4986 cc | 3032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |