2010 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2010 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Holden Monaro. (229 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2002 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, 2010 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Monaro. (374 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Monaro. 2002 Holden Monaro has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Holden Monaro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 330 | 2002 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | 330 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4624 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1811 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2800 mm |
