2009 BMW 650 vs. 1972 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1972 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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1972 Holden Monaro | |
Make | BMW | Holden |
Model | 650 | Monaro |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 2834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |