1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1996 BMW Z3 is newer by 28 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 5,024 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 BMW Z3. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW Z3 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1968 Holden Monaro.
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, 1968 Holden Monaro (407 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW Z3. (180 Nm). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW Z3. 1968 Holden Monaro has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Holden Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW Z3 | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | Z3 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 5024 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
