2007 BMW 330 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 35 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, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 290 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 330 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2007 | 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 | 228 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3110 mm |
