2006 BMW 330 vs. 1972 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1972 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 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 1972 Holden Monaro | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 330 | Monaro |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |