2005 Holden Monaro vs. 2012 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 BMW 123 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Monaro weights approximately 117 kg more than 2012 BMW 123. 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, 2012 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Monaro | 2012 BMW 123 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Monaro | 123 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |