2002 BMW M3 vs. 1972 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2002 BMW M3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW M3 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1972 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, 2002 BMW M3 (355 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm). This means 2002 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW M3 | 1972 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | M3 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
