1975 BMW 320 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1975 BMW 320 is newer by 3 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, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1975 BMW 320. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 800 kg more than 1975 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 320. (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 320 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 320 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3110 mm |
