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 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 121 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 270 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
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 | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2660 mm |