2009 BMW 528 vs. 1972 Dodge Monaco
To start off, 2009 BMW 528 is newer by 37 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 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Monaco. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Monaco.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 528 | 1972 Dodge Monaco | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 528 | Monaco |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3110 mm |
