2006 BMW 330 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 34 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, 2006 BMW 330 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 78 kg more than 2006 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 330 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3110 mm |
