1986 BMW 316 vs. 1967 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1986 BMW 316 is newer by 19 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 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (290 HP) has 204 more horse power than 1986 BMW 316. (86 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 692 kg more than 1986 BMW 316. 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 (515 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 316 | 1967 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 316 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 6284 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 290 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
