2008 BMW 135 vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2008 BMW 135 is newer by 40 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 135 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, 2008 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 135 | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 135 | Monaro |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |