2006 BMW 630 vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2006 BMW 630 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 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 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 630 | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 630 | Monaro |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |