1993 BMW 856 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1993 BMW 856 is newer by 21 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 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 856 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 856 (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 856 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 25 kg more than 1993 BMW 856.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 BMW 856 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 856 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 856 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 856 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1890 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 |
