1993 BMW M5 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1993 BMW M5 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 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M5 (336 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 195 kg more than 1993 BMW M5.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW M5 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M5 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3110 mm |
