1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 40 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, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 550 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1972 Dodge Monaco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Monaco | 2012 BMW 550 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Monaco | 550 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5895 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2968 mm |