1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 39 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 250 kg more than 2011 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Monaco | 325 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2730 mm |