1998 BMW 740 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1998 BMW 740 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, 1998 BMW 740 (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 12 kg more than 1998 BMW 740.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 740. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 740 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 740 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 478 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3110 mm |
