2008 BMW M3 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (225 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (478 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M3 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 478 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3110 mm |
