2004 BMW 116 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2004 BMW 116 is newer by 32 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, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 BMW 116. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 640 kg more than 2004 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 116. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 116 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 116 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3110 mm |
