2007 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Monaro weights approximately 97 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. 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, 2004 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2004 Holden Monaro | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 330 | Monaro |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |