2009 BMW M3 vs. 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (166 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 315 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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 M3 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M3 | Monte Carlo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2960 mm |
