1973 BMW 3 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1973 BMW 3 is newer by 1 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, 1973 BMW 3 (203 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 650 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3. (287 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 3 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3153 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3110 mm |
