2000 BMW 328 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2000 BMW 328 is newer by 28 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, 2000 BMW 328 (201 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 450 kg more than 2000 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 328. (279 Nm). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 328 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 328 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3110 mm |
