1988 BMW 520 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1988 BMW 520 is newer by 16 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1988 BMW 520. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 410 kg more than 1988 BMW 520. 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 (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 520 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 520 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 478 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3110 mm |
