2012 BMW X3 vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,024 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1968 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Monaro. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X3 | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | BMW | Holden |
| Model | X3 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5024 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1881 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1675 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
