2009 BMW 125 vs. 1970 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1970 Holden Monaro. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Holden Monaro weights approximately 34 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
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, 1970 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1970 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 125 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
