2000 BMW 528 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 528 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 55 more horse power than 2000 BMW 528. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 528 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall 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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 528. (279 Nm). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 528 | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | 528 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |
