2001 BMW 750 vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2001 BMW 750 is newer by 32 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 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 750 weights approximately 385 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, 2001 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (246 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 750 | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 750 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2830 mm |
