1954 BMW 502 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 BMW 502 would be higher. At 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 510 kg more than 1954 BMW 502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 BMW 502. (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 BMW 502 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 502 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2578 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3110 mm |
