2003 BMW 318 vs. 1973 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2003 BMW 318 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Holden Monaro (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 318 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1973 Holden 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, 1973 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 318 | 1973 Holden Monaro | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 318 | Monaro |
Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |