2004 BMW 630 vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2004 BMW 630 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,024 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 630 weights approximately 316 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Holden Monaro (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 630. 2004 BMW 630 has automatic transmission and 1968 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 1968 Holden Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 630 | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 630 | Monaro |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5024 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |