1981 BMW 745 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1981 BMW 745 is newer by 9 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, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 330 kg more than 1981 BMW 745.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 745. (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 745 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 745 | Monaco |
Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 5895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3110 mm |