1999 BMW 330 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 27 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, 1999 BMW 330 (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 330 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1890 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 |
