2006 BMW M6 vs. 1969 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (507 HP) has 299 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1969 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 M6 (705 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Monaro. (411 Nm). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M6 | 1969 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | M6 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 5025 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
