2006 BMW 525 vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 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 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro.
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 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 525 | Monaro |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2638 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |