2009 BMW 116 vs. 2002 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Monaro (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Monaro weights approximately 282 kg more than 2009 BMW 116. 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, 2002 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 116 | 2002 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 116 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |
