2009 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Monaro. (328 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall 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, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2005 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
| Model | M3 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
