1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 6,292 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (270 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 129 kg more than 2012 BMW 328. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1967 Dodge Monaco (529 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Dodge Monaco | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Monaco | 328 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6292 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 57 L |