1985 BMW 324 vs. 1967 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1985 BMW 324 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 6,292 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (270 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 604 kg more than 1985 BMW 324. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Dodge Monaco (529 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 1967 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 324 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
