2005 BMW 750 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2005 BMW 750 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 BMW 750.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 750 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 750 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 478 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3110 mm |
