1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 864 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002. 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 2002 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3110 mm |
