2007 BMW M6 vs. 2004 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2004 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 338 kg more than 2004 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, 2007 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M6 | 2004 Holden Monaro | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | M6 | Monaro |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2800 mm |