2006 BMW 330 vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 38 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 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 325 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, 2006 BMW 330 (411 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 330 | Monaro |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |