2004 BMW 316 vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 35 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 3,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 316 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 316 | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 316 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
