1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 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 M6 (552 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M6 weights approximately 10 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, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M6 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 M6 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Monaco | M6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4903 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2106 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2851 mm |
