2009 BMW 130 vs. 2005 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Monaro weights approximately 282 kg more than 2009 BMW 130.
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, 2005 Holden Monaro (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 130. 2009 BMW 130 has automatic transmission and 2005 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 2005 Holden Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 130 | 2005 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 130 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |
