1998 BMW 320 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1998 BMW 320 is newer by 26 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (150 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 515 kg more than 1998 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 320 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 320 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 478 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3110 mm |
