1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 558 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Monaco | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2500 mm |
