2008 BMW 135 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2008 BMW 135 is newer by 36 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, 2008 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 330 kg more than 2008 BMW 135.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 135 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 135 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3110 mm |
