2005 BMW 525 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 33 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, 2005 BMW 525 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 400 kg more than 2005 BMW 525.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 525 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3110 mm |
