1992 BMW 850 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 20 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, 1992 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 130 kg more than 1992 BMW 850.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 850 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3110 mm |
