2003 BMW M3 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 31 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, 2003 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 448 kg more than 2003 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M3 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3110 mm |
