2005 BMW 730 vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 36 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, 2005 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 620 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, 2005 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 730 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
