1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 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 X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 330 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 X5 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 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 X5 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Monaco | X5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2933 mm |
