1999 BMW 740 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1972 Dodge Monaco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW 740 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 740 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3899 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 478 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3110 mm |
