2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 294 kg more than 2000 BMW Z9.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z9. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Z9 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 478 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3110 mm |
