1998 BMW Pickster vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Pickster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Pickster 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 66 more horse power than 1998 BMW Pickster. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW Pickster.
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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Pickster. (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Pickster.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW Pickster | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | Pickster | Monaro |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |