1997 BMW M3 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 25 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, 1997 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 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 620 kg more than 1997 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW M3. (236 Nm). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW M3 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M3 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3110 mm |
