2000 BMW 528 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2000 BMW 528 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 528 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 220 kg more than 2000 BMW 528.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (359 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 528. (279 Nm). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 528 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 528 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3110 mm |
