1992 BMW 540 vs. 1967 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 25 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, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1967 Dodge Monaco. (270 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1967 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 214 kg more than 1992 BMW 540.
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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 540. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 540 | 1967 Dodge Monaco | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 540 | Monaco |
Year Released | 1992 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 6292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |