2000 BMW 325 vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2000 BMW 325 is newer by 31 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 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 325 weights approximately 227 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, 2000 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 325 | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 325 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
