1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 41 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 465 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Monaco | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2660 mm |
