1996 BMW M3 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 24 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 258 kg more than 1996 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW M3 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | M3 | Monaco |
Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 5209 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3110 mm |