2009 BMW 125 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 329 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. 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, 2003 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 125 | 2003 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | 125 | Monaro |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |